Local hero: Stefan Lesicnik on Linux and Ubuntu
South Africa’s Stefan Lesicnik was this week confirmed as an Ubuntu contributing developer. Tectonic asked Stefan where his work with Linux started.
What are the main areas that you will be focusing on in this role?
Within the MOTU teams there are many subteams where particular interests can be applied. If you are passionate about python, java, bug fixing, server or desktop teams, there is always somewhere that your skill is required and assistance appreciated.
I have been working with the security team, and part of my responsibility there is to merge security fixes from vendors or the community into supported versions of Ubuntu. This includes backporting these fixes into Ubuntu Dapper, Gutsy, Hardy and Intrepid.
I am busy working with the upcoming Ubuntu Jaunty cycle and closer to the release would like to apply for MOTU membership.
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